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PVP 396Y

1982 Honda XL185

Red Petrol 185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,733 mi
Last recorded17,733 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda XL18516,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVP 396Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL185
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine185cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 17,733 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 17,509 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 16,727 miles

Front Fork gators fitted

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose Multiple spokes lose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 9 Nov 2012 16,705 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009
Fail 16 Feb 2009

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda XL185?

Based on 1,034 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
161
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 9
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PVP 396Y is a 1982 Honda XL185 in Red with a 185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Honda XL185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 16,828 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda XL185 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PVP 396Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL185 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 44 years old, this Honda XL185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PVP 396Y?

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What year was PVP 396Y registered?

PVP 396Y is a 1982 Honda XL185, first registered on 24 August 1982.

Is PVP 396Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVP 396Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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